Celtics Second Unit

Okay looking over the Celtic’s second unit, I have to say I’m extremely happy with what Danny Ainge has been able to do with very little to work with. From day one, when Danny tore apart a decent 2004 team, he said his plan was to acquire as many young assets as he could through the draft, give them time to develop, and then trade them away for one or two impact players. So far it looks like Ainge’s plan has paid off. Even if the Ray Allen trade was a desperate attempt to save his job, and KG just happened to fall to him, everything seems to have worked out for the best, and with just our MLE and Veterans Minimum, he’s done a solid job and putting some decent veterans around our three allstars.

James Posey - The newest member of the Celtics. Brings playoff and finals experience to the team, he can hit the open three, and plays hard nose defense which is something this team has lacked for years.

Eddie House - Not exactly the backup PG I was hoping for, but still a very servicable player. More of an undersized SG then a natural PG, but he can still effectively run the offense when Rondo needs a break. And he’s also a good shooter so House and Posey should add some decent offense to what was looking to be a pretty pathetic supporting cast.

Scott Pollard - A real hustle player, and doesn’t shy away from physical play which is a big change from what we are used to seeing out of Brian Scalabrine. He won’t put up big numbers on the offensive end, but he’ll clog up the middle and take some pressure off of Kendrick Perkins.

These three veterans along with Rajon Rondo, A Healthy Tony Allen (From what we have been told), Brian Scalabrine, Leon Powe, and the rookies Gabe Pruitt and Glen Davis, should be a decent supporting cast for our big three.

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